Pretty much everything that can exist does exist in some form online. While this is exciting at some level, it’s also a terrifying prospect. Most of use aren’t disturbed enough to think of all the weird, crazy things that we sometimes encounter on the internet, but the many creeps who call the web home certainly are. And some sickos are a cut above the rest. Take, for example, a YouTuber who goes by Jake. Jake’s channel consists solely of disturbing black and white video sketches that seem to incorporate a dead body wrapped in a garbage bag. Saying that this footage is disturbing is putting it mildly. All of the short flickers of text that come across the screen in these videos don’t make them any better. One enterprising Redditor was able to piece together all of these texts. The result is actually a poem. Here’s a transcript: There was a lady all skin and bone; Sure such a lady was never known. It happened upon a certain day, this lady went to the church to pray. When she came to the church stile, there she did rest a little while; When she came to the church yard, there the bells so loud she heard. When she came to the church door, she stopped to rest a little more; When she came to the church within, the parson prayed ‘gainst pride and sin. On looking up, on looking down, she saw a dead man on the ground; And from his nose unto his chin, the worms crawled out, the worms crawled in. Then she unto the parson said, “Shall I be so when I am dead?” “Oh yes! Oh yes,” the parson said, “You will be so when you are dead.” Here the lady screams. This one might be the freakiest of all. (via Reddit) Well, I’m never sleeping again. I’d really like to know what exactly is happening in these videos and why, but I would settle for knowing whether or not that’s a real body. Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/dead-body-youtube/
There are some things on the Internet that are best left unexplained. To ask why YouTuber theseheavenlybodies would insert panicked voices over several speeding trains would only lead one down a rabbit hole of more unanswerable questions…spiraling into insanity. All you need to know is that it looks like the trains are screaming, and it’s simultaneously hilarious and frightening. I can’t deny that I’ve watched this video at least 15 times now, and each time I get more confused. The best thing to do is to embrace the chaos. One YouTube commenter described it as “Thomas and friends on mushrooms.” Seems about right. Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/screaming-trains/
These 10 Cats Hate Toasters, Popcorn and Treadmills 1. Kitten vs. Two Scary Things Someone needs to tell this kitten apples aren’t harbingers of doom. Then again, why spoil the fun? 2. Cat vs. Toaster Wait for it… 3. Cats Try to Understand Treadmill These cats tag-team a treadmill. 4. Robocop vs. the Washing Machine Thank goodness there are cats like Robocop patrolling kitchens across the country. 5. Cat Terrorized by Popcorn Popcorn is evil. 6. Kitten vs. Watermelon We don’t know what this watermelon ever did to this cat, but it must have been really, really bad. 7. Snooky and the Metronome Cats defeat abominable ticking thing. 8. Bad Fur Day The hair dryer is bad and needs to be punished. 9. Cat vs. Printer This classic clip still makes us smile. You might want to also check out the translation. 10. Two Days of Cat vs. Automatic Feeder Finally, this cat isn’t actually angry; he’s very cleverly bashing his automatic pet feeder to get bonus food. But we loved this montage so much we thought we’d share it. Enjoy! Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/10/09/cats-versus-videos/
10 Tim Burton Films You Can Watch Online 1. Beetlejuice When it comes to comedy horror flicks, Beetlejuice is certainly one of the zaniest. It follows the Maitlands (Geena Davis and Alec Baldwin), a recently deceased couple haunting a lovely New England home that belonged to them in life. When the obnoxious Deetz family purchases the house, the Maitlands try their best to scare them away. They bring in a supposed bio-exorcist named Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton) as a last resort, but this mischievous ghoul just ends up causing even more trouble. Check out this movie on Amazon Instant Video or iTunes. 2. Big Fish Everyone tells a tall tale once in a while, but in Big Fish, Will Bloom (Billy Crudup) thinks his father, Edward (Albert Fenney), tells too many. With Edward on his deathbed, Will hopes to hear the truth about his father’s life but only gets more stories. The movie shows these vivid flashbacks following young Edward (Ewan McGregor) on many adventures full of colorful characters and locales. Bit by bit, Will puts together the truth from among the tall tales. Big Fish is a film that is both touching and surreal, with lots of magic in every scene. You can watch this larger-than-life story through iTunes and Amazon Instant Video. 3. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is Burton’s adaptation of a Roald Dahl novel of the same name. The plot follows Charlie Bucket (Freddie Highmore), a poor boy whose life changes when he finds a golden ticket in a chocolate bar. The ticket is part of a contest held by the mysterious Willy Wonka (Johnny Depp), and it grants Charlie entrance to a tour of Wonka’s wondrous chocolate factory. Underneath all the bright colors, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory manages to capture the darker side of the original book, and you can definitely see Burton’s unique stamp on the story. Stream this sweet adventure on Amazon Instant Video or in iTunes. 4. Corpse Bride For something on the romantic side, you could go with Corpse Bride, another of Burton’s stop-motion animated works. In this story, Victor Van Dort (Johnny Depp) is engaged to the girl he loves, Victoria Everglot (Emily Watson), but he botches his vows during their wedding rehearsal. While he practices them in the forest, Victor accidentally winds up married to the Corpse Bride, Emily (Helena Bonham Carter), who was killed on the night she was going to elope with her fiancé. At first, Emily doesn’t want to let Victor go back to the land of the living, but they both realize he should be with his love. You can watch this ghostly love story through both Amazon Instant and iTunes. 5. Edward Scissorhands If you’re looking for one of Burton’s most iconic works, check out his dark fairy tale Edward Scissorhands. It has a compelling plot and was met with critical acclaim; plus, like Frankenweenie, it could be viewed as a loose retelling of the Frankenstein story. Edward (Johnny […]
The 2008 thriller Taken, about an American girl kidnapped by human traffickers in Paris, raised anxiety levels for many worrywort parents. The film isn’t based on a true story, but that didn’t stop moms and dads from wondering what they would do in a similar situation. Enter YouTuber team CaptainHippo and their hilariously relatable take on how a real, non-Liam Neeson type dad might deal with the trauma. Life lesson: Don’t travel to Paris unless Liam Neeson is your pops. Viral Photo Gallery 7 Fake Hurricane Sandy Photos You’re Sharing on Social Media Fake Hurricane Sandy photos flew around Twitter and Facebook on Monday, as users shared jaw-dropping images. Unfortunately, the race to post the most striking pics has most folks skipping the all-important fact check. We’ve gathered up five “Hurricane Sandy” photographs that have spread on the social web, but weren’t actually taken during the massive storm. Obama and Romney Are Your New Dress Up Dolls Still not sure who to vote for? Or maybe you’re dead-set on a candidate, and simply waiting for Election Day next week. Regardless of who you’re voting for on Nov. 6, both of these presidential candidates could use some change — of outfits, that is. The websites Change4Obama and Change4Romney will keep voters entertained until the election. Both sites, created by social discovery site SocialPlex, allow users to dress up Barack Obama or Mitt Romney as various characters. You can mix and match features like hair, eyes, nose and outfits. Your Favorite Logos Reimagined for the Zombie Apocalypse [PICS] There seems to be a craze for reimagining top logos and since this is Halloween, why not rethink them for a zombie apocalypse, right? Assuming that event were to come to pass, here’s what your neighborhood Starbucks and the gas station down the street might look like, as envisioned by artist Ben Fellowes. For more of these horrifying logos, check out his site. New York City Subway Needs a ‘System Restore’ [PIC] Yes, crashed Windows OS, we know the New York City subway system was unable to restart after Hurricane Sandy. And, yes, we would love to run a system restore. After Sandy ravaged the East Coast Monday evening, the subway system in New York City was left crippled. Not immune to inclement weather, the Windows-based display above the 77th Street subway stop seemed to have hit a snag as well. ‘The Walking Dead’ Gets ‘Dear Photograph’ Treatment [PICS] Dear Photograph, a popular nostalgia blog showcasing photos within photos, gave its visitors a terrifying surprise Wednesday: The Walking Dead-inspired posts. Dear Photograph creator Taylor Jones told Mashable he teamed up with FOX International Channels on the Halloween Day images, which folks at The Walking Dead created for their international ad campaign. Each of the two blog posts showcases a zombie and a post-zombie-apocalypse caption. Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/08/03/taken-with-a-real-dad-video/
Ugh, surviving a full day at your job is so difficult. The boredom of double-clicking an Excel doc sends you looking for something more exciting to do. You then find yourself in a spiral of checking Instagram or looking up random facts about Mean Girls on IMDB. And like a flash, it’s an hour later and an hour closer to lunch, but you still have those blank cells staring back at you. But at least you don’t have to worry about chasing a perp or molding any young minds. Comedian Clara Morris reflects on her own less-than-stellar work ethic and how the same attitude might hinder other professionals. Take a break from Facebook and learn something useful about job performance. BONUS: 31 People Who Are NOT Asking for a Friend 31 People Who Are Not Asking For A Friend Can you cook bacon with a hair straightener? asking for a friend — Grace (@grace_full23) March 31, 2014 1. Do seahorses taste like shrimp? Asking for a friend — Nathan K. (@nathankmusic) March 31, 2014 2. Is trolling Twitter for story ideas OK? Asking for a friend. — Christina Warren (@film_girl) March 31, 2014 3. How much corned beef can you eat before you die? Asking for a friend — Eugene Ventimiglia (@eventi) March 18, 2014 4. How long after waking up do you wait to take a nap? 15, 20 mins? Asking for a friend. — Kate Hendricks (@katethewasp) March 30, 2014 5. does waffle house serve alcohol? (asking for a friend) — Scott Hoying (@scotthoying) March 18, 2014 6. can you uber burritos? asking for a friend — harper (@harper) March 17, 2014 7. Is it possible to get barbecued meat drunk? Asking for a friend. — Wil Wheaton (@wilw) March 16, 2014 8. Is there a word for a person who collects crows? And is that word “murderer?” Asking for a friend. — Alex Fitzpatrick (@AlexJamesFitz) March 17, 2014 9. Is it ok to wear a Snuggie to pick daughter up from school? *asking for a friend — Angel Eyes (@WineyBeach78) March 13, 2014 10. Let’s just say a 35 year old man wanted to go see the Miley Cyrus concert. How could he go and not look creepy? Asking for a friend — @TitansHomer (@TitansHomer) March 11, 2014 11. What’s the appropriate number of hours a day for a grown up man to spend trying to make a real lightsaber? Asking for a friend… — Andrew Mayne (@AndrewMayne) March 8, 2014 12. Does anyone know how many calories you burn standing on a scale crying? Asking for a friend. — Sam Dei Lune (@SamDeiLune) March 5, 2014 13. How many calories does it burn to push “continue watching” on Netflix all day long? Asking for a friend — Slack Daddy (@BackRowLearner) March 2, 2014 14. How does one get an illuminati membership? Asking for a friend. — MARC (@TOMFORDISMYDAD) February 28, 2014 15. Is it weird to be attracted to a CGI Disney character with ice powers? […]
When it comes to dynamic duos, Batman and Robin are obviously a classic, but Walt and Jesse are definitely up there. With the upcoming release of The Dark Night Rises and the new season of Breaking Bad, it might be hard to decide where to place your affections. If the choice is proving too difficult, we’ve got a solution for you: Breaking Batman, the only Breaking Bad plus Batman mashup you will ever need. “I am No Man” Doesn’t Cut It: The Story of Eowyn Why All Those Sexist Complaints About The New Ghostbusters Movie Are Garbage Study Says Binge-Watching Is For Lonely & Depressed People & Those Who Lack Self-Control The Pirate Bay Has Returned To the Land Of the Living After Two Months This article originally published at Geekosystem here Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/07/12/breaking-bad-batman-mashup-video/
10 YouTube Videos Every College Student Needs to See 1. How to Do Laundry This YouTube tutorial will make you a wash-and-fold pro. Plus, the guys will enjoy learning from an attractive woman who hang-dries her thongs. 2. How to Have Safe Sex While this video doesn’t contain explicit — er — tutorials, it does explain the importance of protection and strong communication before and during your sexual encounters. Contact your campus’ student health counselor with more questions or for more info about safe sex. And be sure your parents are wearing their own raincoats, too. 3. The Freshman 15 A comical PSA warns college n00bs of the dreaded Freshman 15, to the tune of ’90s song “The Freshman,” by The Verve Pipe. 4. How to Tidy Up in Three Minutes Handy for when your parents drop by at 1 p.m. on a Sunday — and you’re still asleep. Bonus: Speaking from experience, this is a valuable skill to have even post-grad. 5. How to Do a Keg Stand Precise form, proper leverage, cheap beer: all the ingredients for a killer keg stand — not that you’ll be drinking in college, right? Be sure to memorize how to play beer pong, too. Game variations per fraternity not included. 6. How to Live on a Budget Budgets sound pretty bust, but they’re actually quite simple and incredibly effective. If you do it right, you won’t have to take that after-school job at Pinkberry (although, that is where you’ll meet all the hot chicks, #justsayin). 7. How to Organize Your Dorm Room YouTube user nikkithebrat creates helpful organization and design tutorials for the college generation. Guys, just replace everything pink with another color — unless, of course, that’s your bag. 8. 10 Dorm Comfort Items She may look like your mom, but Cindy Kunz is down. She suggests bringing things to college like an electric teapot, which let’s face it, is pretty clutch. 9. Shit Sorority Girls Say The “Shit People Say” movement may be dead, but that doesn’t mean we can’t learn a thing or two from the videos. For instance, according to sorority girls, “Fro-yo doesn’t have any calories.” Stereotypes aside, this video and its brother production, “Shit Frat Guys Say,” can be pretty accurate. 10. How to Fold a Fitted Sheet Learning how to fold a fitted sheet may not seem like a priority, but in truth, nothing is sexier than a tidy stack of linens. BONUS: Sweatpants Let’s get something straight: Sweats are rad. You will wear them every single day at college, whether in hoodie, pant or headband form. That being said, there is a time and a place for all things fleece. Lecture hall? Meh, probably. Late night munchies run? Duh. Date night? Fool, get real. Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/08/17/youtube-videos-college/
NOTE: The video above may be NSFW. Actors Channing Tatum and Matthew McConaughey often play roles that require little-to-no clothing, and moviegoers seem to be pretty ok with that in their latest flick Magic Mike. But what if a more unconventional sex symbol was stripping on the big screen? The self-proclaimed assistant to Jason Biggs “leaked” a video of the American Pie actor’s audition tape. Though it’s validity is questionable, the video above is slightly more SFW than his first movie strip-down — but in many ways, it’s equally embarrassing. This Week’s Hot Viral Videos ‘Simon’s Cat’ Partakes in the Animal Olympics A new “Simon’s Cat” video hit the web Saturday, and this one gets into the competitive spirit of the Olympics … with a snail race. Will Ferrell Lashes Out at Kristen ‘Trampire’ Stewart Someone give Will Ferrell a box of tissues and pint of Ben & Jerry’s because the funnyman needs help healing his broken heart. Ferrell sat down with Conan O’Brien and let his emotions spill out as he discussed the recent breakup of Twilight stars Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson (or “Patterson,” as Ferrell referred to him). A Real Dad Won’t Save You if You’re ‘Taken’ The 2008 thriller Taken, about an American girl kidnapped by human traffickers in Paris, raised anxiety levels for many worrywort parents. The film isn’t based on a true story, but that didn’t stop moms and dads from wondering what they would do in a similar situation. 90-Year-Old Pole Vaulter Will Make You Feel Lazy Meet Dr. William Bell, a 90-year-old fitness nut who holds a pole vault world record for his age group. Pfft, as if a bunch of buff 20-something Olympic swimmers prancing their six-packs around the pool didn’t already make us all feel like a bunch of unaccomplished cubicle potatoes this week. Envy aside, Dr. Bell could provide a helpful dose of pick-me-up to any of us feeling a bit lapsed in the physical fitness department Choo-Choo-Choose to Watch Excited Train Guy Maybe it’s the rumble of the engine or the sound of the horn, but something has this train enthusiast yelling with excitement. The railfan — yes, that’s a real thing — squeals behind the camera as a rare 1953 EA Heritage Train engine rolls through a New York station. As one YouTuber put it, “Double Trainbow!” Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/07/12/magic-mike-audition-tape/
Shane Dawson, one the dozens of YouTube stars coming to Vidcon in Anaheim.Image: YouTube Vidcon Stars Smosh With just over 18 million subscribers, the comedy duo Smosh (Ian Andrew Hecox and Anthony Padilla) is one of the top YouTube acts in the game. Video: YouTube, Smosh TheFineBros The FineBros, who make the popular “Kids React” videos and submitted for an Emmy nomination, boast nearly 9 million YouTube subscribers. Video: YouTube, TheFineBros Bethany Mota Bethany Mota is among the biggest beauty/lifestyle vloggers on the internet with 6.5 million subscribers. Video: YouTube, Bethany Mota Shane Dawson Shane Dawson is a YouTube star mainstay and is creeping up on 6 million subscribers. And check out that new haircut! Video: YouTube, Shane Dawson TV Tyler Oakley With 4.6 million subscribers, Tyler Oakley is one of many YouTube stars to start in one city and make the move to Los Angeles. Video: YouTube, Tyler Oakley Annoying Orange Annoying Orange creator Daneboe will be at Vidcon celebrating the channel’s recent 2 billion views milestone — a club that includes just over 100 channels overall. Video: YouTube, Annoying Orange JoeyGraceffa The Massachusetts native treats his 3.5 million subscribers to a little bit of everything — he’s a gamer, singer, spoofer, actor — whatever suits his fancy. Video: YouTube, JoeyGraceffa TomSka TomSka (real name: Tom Ridgewell) calls himself a “20something British Comedy Person” — which about says it all. He’ll be up over 3 million subscribers soon. Video: YouTube, TomSka Kingsley Kingsley describes himself as “some goofy ass kid from Missouri” — good for 2.8 million YouTube subscribers. Video: YouTube, Kingsley MysteryGuitarMan Joe Penna, a.k.a MysteryGuitarMan, uses animation, stop motion and other tricks to trick out his music vids to the delight of his 2.8 million subscribers. Video: YouTube, MysteryGuitarMan missglamorazzi Ingrid Nilsen goes as missglamorazzi, and brings a mix of “beauty, fashion and healthy food how-to’s” to her 2.7 million subscribers. Video: YouTube, missglamorazzi Grace Helbig Grace Helbig had some 2.4 million subscribers on her DailyGrace channel before leaving MyDamnChannel to strike out on her own. She’s rebuilt 1.8 million of those subscribers and is just getting re-started. Video: YouTube, Grace Helbig Vlogbrothers Let’s not forget about Hank and John Green (yep, the one who wrote “The Fault in Our Stars”), who conceived of the very first Vidcon in 2010 and will make their return this week. Video: YouTube, vlogbrothers Read more: http://mashable.com/2014/06/26/vidcon-2014-13-top-youtube-stars-youre-sure-to-see/
